Notes
The building has just gone it's new renovations. The facility
director has asked, "Please do not prop bags on the
walls."
The draws are now posted and can be seen here by clicking on
this link and select your event type, find your players name and
see their match times
http://tennislink.usta.com/Tournaments/TournamentHome/Tournament.aspx?T=184750#&&s=7
Score
2 short sets begin at a score of 2 games all (2-2)
with a 10 Point Super Tie break in lieu of the 3rd set. The back
draw will be 1 set
Players can opt out of the back draw. The back draw will be create
using only the players that opt in.
Back Draws (FIC format) - A player that wins one round in an
FIC often gets more points for that win than for winning the back
draw of an FMLC. Therefore, we will play FIC.
Opt out of playing - please let me know right away if you are
not anticipating on playing the back draw by email
Back draws ends once all back draw players have participated in 1
consolation match as indicated on the website.
Girls 16s Doubles
We are still in need of 1 girls 16s doubles team. If, you are
interested please email me your name and partners name right away
so that I can complete the draws.
Directions
Please use the address 701 Mississippi Ave Washington DC 20032
using the link on the main page of the website to arrive on time.
If, traveling through 295 South please allow more traveling time as
sometimes there is a bottleneck of traffic around the old Red Skin
stadium.
Parking: Please park in the left (by the school) and right
(through the large black gate) hand side of the facility ......Not
in the residential. You will be ticketed and towed.
Where to Eat
SUBWAY
1551 Alabama Ave SE
The Shops at Park Valley
Washington, DC 20020, USA
Phone: 202-678-1690
Eastover shopping Center
Washington, DC 20032, USA
2.4 mi - about 10 mins
1.
Head southeast toward Brookley Ave SW
Restricted usage road
200 ft
2.
Turn left onto Brookley Ave SW
Restricted usage road
0.6 mi
3.
Turn right onto Mac Dill Blvd SE
Partial restricted usage road
0.1 mi
4.
Continue onto Malcolm X Ave SE
0.7 mi
5.
Turn right onto 8th St SE
0.1 mi
6.
Turn left onto Alabama Ave SE
Destination will be on the right
0.8 mi
1551 Alabama Ave SE, Washington, DC 20032, USA
Giant Food(301)839-8181LEDO PIZZA(301)
567-5656 Panda
Cafe(301)686-1170Popeye's(301)839-7110
Draws
Please note that it is the player's responsibility to check the
website for all match times. Make sure to verify the following on
the draw sheet online before leaving for your match date, and time
of play. Draws are posted on Thursday around noon.
Tournament Hours
Please note that depending upon the number of entries, court
availability of outdoor courts, and weather conditions the TD may
start as early as 8:00am Saturday and Sunday, and if necessary, as
late as the USTA guidelines and regulations allows it for each age
group.
Rest Periods between matches
We adhere to the Friend at Court rest period guidelines and
allow as much rest as possible however, in the event the tournament
is placed in a delay and we shorten match times to catch up we will
only allow the rest period of 30 minutes between matches when a
player enters more than one event.
What to Bring
To Be Able To Have a Good Tournament Experience Parents/ Players
Please Come Prepared: 1. PORTABLE CHAIR (VERY IMPORTANT), TOWEL,
WATER, JUG, EXTRA CLOTHING (TO CHANGE INTO), HAT, FRUIT, SPORTS
DRINK, WARM-UP BALLS 2. SUNSCREEN 3. BE AWARE OF WEATHER CONDITIONS
YOU WILL BE PLAYING UNDER AND BRING OTHER ITEMS IF NEEDED
Match Play Format/Time
Match play format/Time may be changed by the Tournament Director to
accommodate weather conditions or if a player withdraws.
Liability Waiver
Waiver, I assume any risk, and take full responsibility and waive
any claims of personal injury, death or damage to personal property
associated with activities and events organized by USTA, Parks and
Recreation, AMTO, S. Marie Adams.
I understand and confirm that by entering into this tournament I
WAIVE AND RELEASE and give up considerable future legal rights. All
parents must sign the liability waiver at tournament check in
before a player can play.
RefundsWe apologize however, there are no refunds after
registration closes. In the event of inclement weather and the
tournament is cancelled...not delayed we may elect an alternate day
of play for the player in the future in lieu of a refund.
Messages
Scoring
Short Sets, No-Ad scoring, Fast 4, timed matches depending on the number of players and court availability.
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**MAS Level 6 Tournament Qualities**
Scoring format 10U: 6 game set , tie break to 7 at 5-5 (compass draw.)
12U - 18U: 2/3 sets and 10 point tie break in lieu of a 3rd set (1st match loser consolation with a 2 match guarantee.) Please let the director know if you do not intend on playing the consolation.
IN THE EVENT OF RAIN SCORING FORMAT WILL GO AS :
10U: 4 game short set
12U - 18U: short sets
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Player Selection TypePlayers are selected manually by the tournament director after the close of registration.
Entry TypeEntry to this tournament is open to all USTA members. Entries must be submitted by Tuesday, December 6, 2016 11:59:00 PM Eastern Time. Only USTA members can register online if available.
Quick ReferenceIn the future, you can jump straight to this tournament by entering the tournament identification number: 300069516 from the searchable schedule homepage.
Division and Draw Type Abbreviations
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